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August 24, 2023 Are you a member of the Canadian Mental Health Association? If so, join us at our Annual General Meeting (AGM). If not, click here to become a member today. Why attend the AGM? This is your opportunity to support the mental well-being of our community, and to show your support for our not-for-profit […]Continue readingNotice of Annual General Meeting

On July 13, 2023, Seymour Golf and Country Club will host its 30th annual golf tournament. As this year’s beneficiary, the funds raised will directly support the Outreach Program, enabling us to expand our reach and make a greater impact within the community. The Outreach Program plays a vital role in providing essential services to […]Continue readingSEYMOUR GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB: GOLF TOURNAMENT 2023

1. Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Ambleside Park! Indigenous artists will share traditional art forms with the community. Activities suitable for children will shine a light on languages, cultures, and the immeasurable contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Activities include live performances, traditional storytelling, and Indigenous workshops. Details: Wednesday, June 21, 3:30–8 […]Continue readingNational Indigenous Peoples Day 2023 – Events & Activities

In partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), CMHA NWV has launched a new program: Recovery College YVR (RC YVR). RC YVR is a community wellness learning centre that offers free courses/social support groups where individuals explore mental health and/or substance use, create meaningful connections, and feel empowered in their journey. For our official launch, we […]Continue readingRecovery College YVR Has Officially Launched!

In a response to community needs, as of May 1, PACT has expanded their operating hours from 4 pm – 12 am, Thursday – Monday (5 days a week, 8 hours a day). PACT is a mobile, community-led team that responds to crisis calls related to mental health and/or substance use on the North Shore. […]Continue readingPeer Assisted Care Team (PACT): Expanded Operating Hours

Lindy’s Story After my mental health crisis in the summer of 2018, I took part in the out-patient Transitions program at the Hope Centre. The leader of the WRAP group (wellness recovery action plan) was MJ Moore, Volunteer Coordinator at the Kelty Dennehy Mental Health Resource Centre at the Hope Centre. MJ was one of […]Continue reading#MyStory: Mental Heath Week 2023

A big, warm thank you to Stormtech Performance Apparel, which donates 1% of profits to charity every year in the form of gear to encourage people to get outside into nature, for their support of CMHA NWV. We are grateful to receive over 300 items to support our Steps Youth Program, our outreach program and our Walking Therapy. The […]Continue readingThanks to Stormtech for 300+ Items Donation!

Mental health affects us all. Approximately 1 in 3 Canadians will have their lives touched by mental illness in their lifetime. That’s almost 900,000 of our neighbours, friends, and family who are experiencing distress. Maybe it is even you.  CMHA offers a wide range of programs and services to help our community members to achieve […]Continue readingDonate to CMHA North & West Vancouver Today!

On the eve of the one-year anniversary for our Peer Assisted Care Team (PACT), we want to share a little about our journey and where we have landed. In 2021, CMHA North & West Vancouver (NWV) branch worked alongside our provincial office to move forward with an idea to launch BC’s first civilian team, responding […]Continue readingCelebrating PACT’s Anniversary – One Year Later

August 25, 2022 Are you a member of the Canadian Mental Health Association? If so, join us at our Annual AGM. If not, click here to become a member today. Why attend the AGM? This is your chance to show your support for the mental well-being of our community, and to show your support for […]Continue readingNotice of Annual General Meeting